/sigh. Just keep on doing what you can Alan. It probably seems like a huge thing at the moment but before long you'll be looking back on this whole episode, sun-dappled and relaxed, waves and wind, wildlife and wilderness putting everything into true perspective.

Thanks Yoda. I'm feeling better and quite heartened by all of the support I'm getting in the neighbourhood. I think the city may back down for a short while - at least I hope so. I really don't need a lot more time. If not though, another fine young person on my side who happens to be a media/journalism student has a press release ready to fly.